Licence to play - Pete Wilkins excited by Connacht's backline potential
One of the prevailing thoughts that came from Connacht's 35-33 defeat to Munster last Saturday was 'what if?'.
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Close encounters of the URC kind as opening round delivers in spades
As opening weekends go, the BKT United Rugby Championship organisers couldn’t have wished for much more.
Connacht staying positive despite heart-breaking defeat to Munster
Connacht captain Cian Prendergast believes the province can take a lot of confidence into this Saturday's meeting with the Sharks in Galway, despite a losing start to the season.
Munster edge out Connacht in thrilling Thomond try-fest
Last season's table toppers Munster had to come from behind four times before seeing off Connacht at Thomond Park in the United Rugby Championship.
Opportunity knocks for young players despite big signings
The BKT United Rugby Championship is back this weekend. Munster will host Connacht in the opening Irish interprovincial clash, while Leinster will travel to Edinburgh and Ulster host Glasgow.
URC teams: Mack Hansen back for Connacht as Thaakir Abrahams makes Munster bow; Aidan Morgan gets nod at Ulster
Mack Hansen and Santi Cordero both start for Connacht in Saturday's BKT URC clash with Munster, while Pete Wilkins has handed debuts to three players.
Opportunity knocks for young players despite big signings
The BKT United Rugby Championship is back this weekend. Munster will host Connacht in the opening Irish interprovincial clash, while Leinster will travel to Edinburgh and Ulster host Glasgow.
Mack Hansen set for long-awaited Connacht return v Glasgow
Mack Hansen is set to make his first appearance for nine months after being named on the bench for Connacht's pre-season friendly against Glasgow Warriors.